The nurse explains that, when the target tissue signals that the need for a specific hormone is satisfied, the endocrine gland inhibits the secretion. This process is called _____________
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
negative feedback
Negative feedback is the process by which the target tissue signals the endocrine gland that the hormone supply is adequate.
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